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The Golden State Warriors take a two-game road trip this week to play the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday before returning home to play the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. Beat writer Mark Medina wonders whether Golden State can sustain home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
The Warriors have a one-game lead over the Denver Nuggets for the top spot in the conference, according to Medina. “But that could be fluid depending on the results game by game,” Medina said. How the Warriors prioritize maintaining home court advantage versus the health of its roster is another narrative to watch as this week plays out.
Stephen Curry returned Sunday to help the Warriors win against the Detroit Pistons, after resting during Saturday’s game. The Warriors also sat DeMarcus Cousins and Andre Iguodala for Sunday’s game. Medina said these developments will make it interesting to see to what extent the coaching staff determines the need for players to rest before the playoffs begin.
